Russella
Russella is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,933 in the US, popular nicknames include Rus, Ruy, and Rusie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Russella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 29 babies have been named Russella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Russella is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,933 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,933
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Russella
Russella is a girl name .
Russella is currently ranked #36,933 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Russella include Rus, Ruy, Rusie, and Russie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis